Michigan Dems and GOP Senate Candidate Attend Same Church

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Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) and Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers were seen attending the same church in Detroit on Sunday, days before the midterm election. The appearance at Perfecting Church came after Stevens called on Democratic Senate candidate Abdulrahman Mohamed El-Sayed to condemn an ad from the Rebellion PAC, which linked high grocery prices to U.S. aid to Israel.

Church Attendance and Campaign Dynamics

According to MS NOW reporter Mychael Schnell, Stevens and Rogers arrived separately at the church, though both were spotted attending the service. This event follows Stevens’ recent public criticism of El-Sayed, whom she accused of using rhetoric similar to the ad’s claims. The ad, which was not affiliated with El-Sayed’s campaign, sparked controversy over its connection to Israel and its impact on Michigan’s economy.

Stevens and El-Sayed had planned to campaign together at a get-out-the-vote event, but the event fell through after Stevens issued her statement. The two had previously collaborated at a unity breakfast in August, but have not been seen together since. El-Sayed’s campaign reportedly asked Stevens to stay away from his campaign, and he accused her of trying to relitigate a primary that ended three months ago.

Public Statements and Political Impact

Stevens later endorsed Mike Rogers on social media, signaling a shift in her political strategy. Meanwhile, El-Sayed’s campaign faced backlash as some Democrats distanced themselves from his position on Israel. The Michigan Senate race has become increasingly polarized, with both candidates vying for support in a closely contested race.

Fox News reporter Bill Melugin shared a photo of Rogers and Stevens at the church, highlighting the unusual public appearance. The event raised questions about the dynamics between the two candidates and the potential influence of external groups like the Rebellion PAC on the race.

Source: Breitbart

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Connor Davis